[Sueby]

I have never actually seen sleeves or gussets in person and my Jeeps in the shop getting it done right now. Does anyone know if there is anything I should look for or check when I pick it up? I would imagine the gussets are obvious, but sleeves - not a clue. They could probably fake it and I'd have no clue. I hate being ignorant...

 

[SilverSport]

Weld in sleeves or press in?

 

[WesterM3]

Artec axle armour

 

[Sueby]

They did the teraflex kit - inner sleeves & gussets:

http://www.teraflex.biz/jk-axle-sleeve-and-gusset-kit.html

 

[SilverSport]

I would be checking the integrity/location of their welds and whether they painted over them to prevent rust.

 

[kramer2k]

That's an interesting gusset design. It's different from every other manufacturer of gussets I've seen. I'm not doubting it would do its job, it's just different.

Post some pics when you get that sweet CG Jeep back.

 

[Sueby]

I wish I had done a little more research before I brough it in so I knew what I was doing, but it was kind of a last minute thing on which kit to go with. They are an all jeep shop and said they like this kit & do it all the time so I just kind of trusted them. I have to spray my lca/shock skids that they are welding on at the same time so I will hit these too, if they need it.

 

[pluke the 2]

don't forget to ask them if they removed your ball joints prior to welding. that will give you a heads up for future headaches.

 

[Sueby]

Thanks for the help. Here they are:


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They did not pull the ball joints - when they weld them they have a guy hold a wet towel and a something, something...I heard no, wet towel & then was distracted by my shiny Jeep.

 

[kramer2k]

Cool Sue!

I was going to post up and ask you if you got it back yet.

 

[Sueby]

I sure did, got it back this morning. Other than there being too much air in the tires it rides great. I'm psyched.


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[kjeeper10]

I sure did, got it back this morning. Other than there being too much air in the tires it rides great. I'm psyched.

:drool:

3.5 correct?

 

[Sueby]

:drool:

3.5 correct?

Yep.

 

[SilverSport]

:thumb:

 

[Wingsnut72]

Sue, what did they charge for the sleeves and gussets fully installed? Was it a jeep dealership or a 4x4 shop?

 

[Sueby]

They originally said $500 for parts & labor, but I had other things done at the same time so I think it was more like $450 or so.

They are a 4x4 shop - actually I think strictly Jeeps. Not a dealer.

 

[I8up]

Saw the Commando Green for the first time yesterday (in person)...I Love It

 

[Sueby]

Its growing on me.